Associate
IMA Financial Group · Chicago, IL
📍 Chicago, IL💰 $75,000via greenhousePosted 2026-05-13
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ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:
Supports and demonstrates IMA’s core values
Interact professionally and timely with clients via email, phone, and in-person
Perform detailed testing to analyze and validate information
Create clear and concise documentation of testing results and exceptions
Apply business, accounting, finance and analytical acumen to various client situations and practice disciplines including, but not limited to conduct due diligence on balance sheet and profit and loss statement items, select representative samples from data populations for detailed testing, prepare receivable/payable aging and roll-forwards from data provided, and financial modeling
Prepare draft written analyses, presentations, quantitative exhibits, and other reports for third parties
Create work products that are flexible, understandable, and usable by others
Maintain communication with clients and staff members on engagements, while updating senior team members on progress and issues
In-depth knowledge of all products and services provided by IMA Diligence Services
Values and understands the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion among all IMA associates
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS include but are not limited to:
Two to four years of public accounting or related transactional experience
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills
Strong ability to maintain project deadlines and focus
High attention to detail
Experience with MS Office products required (specifically PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams)
Professional designation or license (Preferred) – Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), and/or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Moderate travel (25-50%)
Bachelor’s degree in finance and/or accounting
This role offers a competitive base salary plus the opportunity for discretionary annual bonus.
Salary Range $75,000 — $85,000 USD Compensation & Benefits
Being a part of IMA has its benefits. When you become part of the IMA family, you become eligible to take part in our valuable benefits and rewards package designed to benefit you, your family, and your life. Our plans are cost-effective, convenient and provide progressive ways for staying healthy, protecting loved ones, pursuing financial security and living a full and balanced life. This role is eligible for the following:
Annual Performance Bonus, Stock Purchase, Medical Plans, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Family Assistance Program, FSA, HSA, Pre-Tax Parking Plan, 401(k), Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Business Travel Accident, Identity Theft, Paid Time Off, Flexible Work Options, Paid Holidays, Sabbatical, Gift Matching, Well-Being Stipend , Personal and Professional Development. In addition to our robust benefits package, the final offer amounts will depend on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s geographic location, prior relevant experience, and their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
*These benefits do not apply to internship roles.
Why Join IMA?
We’ve built a reputation for putting our associates first
What if we told you that you could be an integral part of an entrepreneurial, expanding company, develop lasting relationships, earn competitive benefits, plus claim part ownership? It’s this unique ownership business model that makes working at IMA so appealing.
We work in teams. We sell in teams. We win and prosper as a team
We provide support systems and resources that enable each of our associates to focus on what they do best. And as an independent company based in the Midwest, we’re big enough to write business all over the world and small enough to implement your ideas quickly.
We are recognized nationally as a leader in our industry
2020-2023 Business Insurance Magazine Best Places to Work in Insurance
2023 Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces
2023 Denver Business Journal’s Best Places to Work
2022-2023 Connecticut Top Work Places
2021-2023 Inc. 5000’s List of Fastest Growing Companies
2019-2022 Civic 50 Colorado Honoree Recognizing 50 Most Community-Minded Companies
2022-2023 Kansas City Business Journal’s Best Places to Work
2021-2023 Charlotte Business Journal’s Best Places to Work
2021-2023 Los Angeles Business Journal’s Best Places to Work
2021-2023 The Salt Lake City Tribune Top Work Places
2021-2022 Puget Sound Business Journal’s Washington’s Best Workplaces
2021-2022 Wichita Business Journal’s Best Places to Work, #1 in extra-large category
2021 Dallas Business Journal’s Best Places to Work
2021 Alaska Journal of Commerce’s Best Workplaces in Alaska
This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.
The IMA Financial Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The IMA Financial Group, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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